{"product_id":"cubaris-ice-flower-isopods","title":"Cubaris Ice Flower Isopods","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10f6gji\" data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"134\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eCubaris sp. “Ice Flower”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asia\u003cbr data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–26 °C (64–79 °F)\u003cbr data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"207\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–80 %\u003cbr data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"233\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~10 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eCubaris Ice Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e is a visually stunning isopod with pastel hues ranging from soft whites and creams to subtle blues and greys. Each individual displays unique colour variations, making them a highly sought-after addition to bioactive terrariums. Despite their delicate appearance, they are hardy and adaptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"652\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a3spi\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eSmall, compact size (~1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ghefoj\" data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"739\"\u003ePastel coloration with high individual variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9jajgz\" data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eSmooth exoskeleton capable of conglobation (rolling into a ball)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1arfix4\" data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eNocturnal and social, often clustering together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vjfyv4\" data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"892\"\u003ePeaceful and non-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xkcqps\" data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eModerate breeders once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fu0yzw\" data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eEnclosure: Well-ventilated container; at least 10 cm (4 in) substrate depth for burrowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xtjxlq\" data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eSubstrate: Mix of organic soil, coconut coir, sphagnum moss, and small amount of orchid bark; top layer of hardwood leaf litter for shelter and nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wnhas4\" data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eHumidity: 70–80%; maintain moisture gradient with damp and slightly drier zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wbjhfg\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eTemperature: 18–26 °C; consistent warmth supports activity and breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vaj91k\" data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eHides \u0026amp; décor: Cork bark, dried leaves, and small wooden pieces provide shelter and enrichment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bowh08\" data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eVentilation: Limited; ventilate only ~50 % of enclosure to maintain humid microclimate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rd2tr\" data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eCalcium: Cuttlebone, crushed eggshells, or calcium powder for exoskeleton health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"froe8k\" data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003ePrimary foods: Decaying leaf litter (oak, beech, magnolia), rotting wood, decomposing plant matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y92yly\" data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eSupplementary foods: Carrot, sweet potato, leafy greens, dried shrimp, high-quality fish food, specialized isopod diets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2jj8d3\" data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eFeeding approach: Goldilocks method—offer only what can be consumed within 24 h to prevent mould\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u2zqi4\" data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eModerate breeding once colonies are established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8oq0ax\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eFemales carry eggs until juveniles emerge; 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